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19th century silk pidan. A pidan is a type of silk cloth used in Cambodian and Khmer weddings, funerals, and Buddhist ceremonies as a canopy or tapestry. Pidan are often decorated with images of wats, nāgas, apsaras, scenes from the life of Buddha, Angkor Wat, animals (especially elephants), and plants. [1]
Weaving in Bangladesh. The history of the textile arts of Bangladesh dates back to the 1st century AD. According to the archaeological excavations, Bangladesh was once famous for its artistic textile production throughout the world. Over the years, several types of textiles evolved in the country, mostly by the indigenous handloom manufacturers.
Rajshahi silk is the name given to the silk products produced in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. It is famous because it is a high quality fabric used for clothing, especially for saris . [ 1 ] [ 2 ] In 2021, it was given Geographical indication status as a product of Bangladesh.
The institute traces its origins to the Silk Institute that was established in Rajshahi in 1898, during the colonial British Raj period. During the post-colonial East Pakistan period (1955–1971) there were two institutes, the Silk Research Institute and Silk Technology Institute.
A 19th century silk pidan A Cambodian woman weaving silk near Siem Reap, 2011. Silk weaving in Cambodia has a long history. The practice dates to as early as the late 13th century. According to Zhou Daguan's record, "None of the locals produces silk. Nor do the women know how to stitch and darn with a needle and thread.
Woven silk from Cambodia. Silk and cotton weaving in Cambodia have a long history. Written records, bas-reliefs and the report of the Chinese emissary Zhou Daguan who stayed in Angkor in 1296 show that looms have been used to weave sompots since ancient times. Women learned to apply highly complex methods and intricate patterns.
It was the deadliest factory fire in the history of Bangladesh. [102] According to The New York Times, Walmart played a significant role in blocking reforms to have retailers pay more for apparel in order to help Bangladesh factories improve safety standards. Walmart director of ethical sourcing, Sridevi Kalavakolanu, asserted that the company ...
A Cambodian woman weaving silk threads in the very traditional way. Artisans Angkor is known as one of the finest silk producers in Cambodia. [6] The company has 23 silk workshops in the Siem Reap province. One site only is open to the public: the Angkor Silk Farm [7] in Puok district (about 20-minute drive from the centre of Siem Reap ...